Recycling Plant - Vernon, CA
Full time
R56393
At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.
Consider applying here, if you want to:
Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
Develop lasting relationships with great people.
Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.
Warehouse Associate II
The team member in this position is responsible for the quality and efficiency of the trailer loading/unloading to include the pallet handling process. The team member will operate a forklift or work with the LGV (Laser Guided Vehicle) and handling system. This includes checking outbound trailers prior to loading, monitoring all LGV activity in the warehouse, following SOPs to maintain inventory accuracy, prepping loads for cross country shipments and customer requirements, while maintaining a clean, and safe work environment.
Essential Functions
LGV sites
Receive and process all inbound orders into the Warehouse Management System (WMS), including raw materials, pallets, ingredients, and internal transfers.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for receiving, including compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
Process Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMA) efficiently and accurately.
Validate new SKU's in the WMS to ensure proper storage and handling by the LGVs (Laser Guided Vehicles).
Clear blocked locations in WMS to ensure smooth operations.
Coordinate with CSO (Central Shipping Office) to ensure smooth flow of shipments in and out of the warehouse as per schedule.
Compile records by SKU, quantities, sub-inventories, and validate Oracle EBS, and WMS inventories against physical counts to investigate and adjust errors. Report reasons for discrepancies.
Non-LGV
Receive and process all inbound orders into the Warehouse Management System (WMS), including raw materials, pallets, ingredients, and internal transfers.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for receiving, including compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.
Process Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMA) efficiently and accurately.
Coordinate with CSO (Central Shipping Office) to ensure smooth flow of shipments in and out of the warehouse as per schedule.
Compile records by SKU, quantities, sub-inventories, and validate Oracle EBS, and WMS inventories against physical counts to investigate and adjust errors. Report reasons for discrepancies
Routine Tasks
Rebuilds damaged pallets prior to restock
Consolidates finished goods storage for maximum storage capabilities
Identifies, reports and observes quality issues with finished goods and RMS
Corrects product spills
Manually pulls pallets from production as needed
Supplies production with non-inventory items (glue, bags, labels etc.)
Clears up blocked locations in WMS
Will be required to operate a forklift when needed and unloads finished goods and raw material deliveries.
Facilitates the flow of information between logistics, production and sales to ensure timely and accurate service to customer base
Tests and monitors resin and spring water
Coordinates preload activities including inspecting trailers to ensure all loads are completed on time
Provides correct loading document/bills of lading and truck seals upon leaving the facility as needed
Maintains appropriate records and reports required for daily shipping and inventory control
Involvement in continued process improvement and cost reduction
Maintains a clean, orderly and safe warehouse
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this job
Answers/makes phone calls using proper phone etiquette
Communicates with inside and outside contacts to ensure loading of trucks on time and troubleshoot any issues
Coordinates with transportation and production/scheduling to ensure all shipments are flowing in and out of warehouse as scheduled
Performs any task that is not deemed unreasonable or unsafe and is asked to be done by team member's manager or supervisor
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
2 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
2 Years - Experience in Position
2 Years - Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Preferred Qualifications:
4 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
4 Years - Experience working in Position
4 Years - Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Competencies
This position embodies the values of Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:
Lead Like an Owner
Makes safety the number one priority
Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
InnovACT
Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
Increases performance through greater efficiency
Find a Way
Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
Empowered to be Great
Consistently looks for ways to improve one's self through growth and development opportunities
Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
Communicates effectively to manage expectations
Education
Minimum Required:
High School Diploma
Preferred:
Associate's Degree
Certification/License:
Required: N/A
Preferred: N/A
Foreign Language
Required: None Required
Preferred: None Required
Typical Compensation Range
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
$23.52 - $31.16 / Hourly
Benefits Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:
Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.
Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
Paid parental and caregiver leaves
Medical, including virtual care options
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
And more!
https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits
Los Angeles County applicants only* Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.
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Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!
Niagara's culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.
From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.
We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!
Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.
